blog archive
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Abortion in the United States: FAQ Part 1
If you are seeking to terminate your pregnancy, it’s likely that you have many questions. No matter your reason for seeking abortion care, here are some basics. Read more »
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Abortion in the United States: FAQ Part 2
No matter your reason for seeking abortion care, here are some basics. Read more »
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As physician shortage worsens, abortion hangs in the balance
America is facing a physician shortage on all fronts, and women’s health providers are no exception. Read more »
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How have the U.S. midterm elections changed abortion access
Here’s what you should know following the midterm elections Read more »
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What you need to know about Ohio's "Heartbeat" bill
In a Supreme Court which now includes conservative judges Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch, the possibility of overturning of Roe is increasingly likely, if not inevitable. Read more »
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Lawsuit Filed to Block Kansas Telemedicine Abortion Ban
State law treats abortion differently from other forms of medical care Read more »
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SASS in the Press
Updated round-up of SASS's appearances in the press since our founding in April 2017 Read more »
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Mississippi 15-Week Abortion Ban Blocked
Federal judge's ruling also puts similar Louisiana law on hold Read more »
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Need an abortion? You might have to take a road trip.
Abortion accessibility continues to be a major reproductive rights issue, and a lot of the problem may depend on where you live. Read more »
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Let's talk about the stigma of multiple abortions
Abortion stigma leads to silence around abortion. Read more »
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Eyes on El Salvador / Ojos en El Salvador
On Monday, 20-year-old Imelda Cortez of Jiquilisco, El Salvador will be tried for attempted homicide. Read more »
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How Google Maps is making abortion harder to find
Anti-abortion groups are gaming local search results to trick women away from clinics Read more »
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Una buena acompañante
Muchas mujeres han acompañado a otras mujeres mientras se realizan un aborto auto-inducido con pastillas, esto puede que no sea un proceso fácil para las mujeres que tienen que realizarse el aborto ni para las acompañantes cuando están en un contexto restrictivo. Read more »
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Where to find information on self-managed abortion
A recent study has found that for individuals facing an unintended pregnancy, many are relying on the Internet for information about self-managed abortion. Read more »
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Mike Pence Needs a History Lesson
Our history already tells us what we need to know about living in a country where abortion is illegal. Read more »
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Here's what you should know about the abortion bans being pushed through by these states right now
A number of abortion bans are making their way through state legislatures. Here's what you should know about them. Read more »
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Abortion is safe. Restricting it is dangerous.
The most dangerous part of having an abortion in the U.S. is not the procedure itself, but the lies and laws that make it harder to access. Read more »
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Medication abortion at home: why people should have the option
Since medical abortion is safe and effective, advocates argue that current laws only cause unnecessary distress and discomfort for individuals at a time when they need the best medical support. Read more »
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In solidarity with Repeal the 8th! Referendum in Ireland on May 25th!
Women Help Women welcomes the announcement of the referendum to repeal the Eighth Amendment in the Irish Constitution. We call on Irish citizens to vote yes on May 25th. Women Help Women proudly supports the right of women in Ireland to have a safe abortion, and hope that a day will come when… Read more »
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Parental Notification Laws Are Toxic For Young People Seeking Abortion Care
In some states, people under the age of 18 seeking an abortion do not have to notify their parents in order to access abortion care. In other states, one or both parents needs to give permission. Read more »
